Why a career in Heating/Air Conditioning Systems Design?

• Long term growth in energy saving technologies
• Heating, Ventilating & Air Conditioning (HVAC) jobs are staying here and not going overseas
• Average starting salary:  $36,790*
• Graduate employment rate:  100%*
• Career possibilities are increasing each year
• You can work almost any place in the world

*Source: This information is based on the 2008 Dunwoody Employment Report

What you should know about a career in the Heating/Air Conditioning Systems Design field:

• Every building and home world-wide has someone who designs a heating and/or air conditioning system for it.  The market demand for these design skills is real.
• There is a growing need for persons to evaluate, create and renovate new and existing HVAC systems to achieve energy savings in our homes and businesses.
• Buildings and homes account for about 40% of the total energy consumption in the U.S. (DOE 2010 Building Energy Databook)

What the Dunwoody Heating/Air Conditioning Systems Design program can do for you:

• Prepares you for a long term, rewarding career in a growing, fast paced multi-billion dollar industry.
• Provide a quality program recognized by the industry and employers for over 50 years that results in excellent placement opportunities and starting salaries.
• Train you in the technical knowledge required to utilize mechanical engineering skills to design and produce working drawings of HVAC systems.
• Provide the skills you need to perform heating and cooling load calculations, HVAC equipment selections and energy analysis manually and with current industry software programs.
• Give you the ability to be productive the very first day of your career.

What kinds of positions are available for you?

• HVAC Mechanical Designer -design HVAC, plumbing, piping or fire protection systems for commercial and residential buildings.
• Estimator- Mechanical Contracting firm-Submit pricing of HVAC designs for construction projects.
• Project Manager- Supervise the construction and installation of HVAC equipment on building projects.
• Sales and Marketing-represent various HVAC products and equipment to the HVAC industry for use in design and installation.
• Inspectors-Persons employed to ensure that standards and regulations are followed as stated by codes or government agencies.

What is the future outlook for persons employed in the Heating/Air Conditioning Systems Design field?

• Jobs in the HVAC industry are predicted to increase in the 21st century as demand grows for industrial, residential and commercial climate control systems that save energy.
• Continued construction and renovation of residential and commercial buildings requires more individuals who understand the design and operation of HVAC systems.
• Technical jobs are one of the fastest growing segments of the economy.  The HVAC industry offers well-paying careers.  A secure future awaits you!
• Long term sustainable design (green building) occupations will continue to be in demand well into the future. (Click here for more information)